Episodes

  • Thank You: A Final Message About Your Pennsylvania Ancestors
    Nov 26 2024

    Our podcast journey has come to an end, and Denyse shares a message to all listeners. PA Ancestors continues! Check out all the resources below:

    Join the PA Ancestors newsletter: Learn about a new genealogy record each week Subscribe here!

    Join the Discover Your Pennsylvania Ancestors Workshop: Get lifetimes access to tools and resources to help your research Sign up here!

    Connect with PA Ancestors:

    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paancestors/
    • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PennsylvaniaAncestors
    • Website: https://paancestors.com

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    Music: Achaidh Cheide Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

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    4 mins
  • Avoid These 3 Mistakes with Your Genealogy Research in Pennsylvania
    Oct 9 2024

    Uncover the top 3 mistakes you might be making in Pennsylvania genealogy research and learn what to do instead. Check out the resources linked below to help.

    Chapters:

    00:00 Introduction
    00:15 County Records
    02:12 Local Experts
    03:48 Documenting Research
    06:41 Conclusion

    Links & Resources:

    • Join the PA Ancestors Discoveries newsletter: Learn about a new genealogy record each week and get the Research Log in Notion mentioned in the video Subscribe here!
    • Become a Premium Member: Get access to bonus episodes, behind-the-scenes content, and more. Sign up here!
    • Archives in Pennsylvania book: Discover the 800 archives around the state https://a.co/d/8QsnNHC
    • Chronicle Makers on Substack: Start writing your family history today. Subscribe here

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    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paancestors/
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    • Website: https://paancestors.com

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    Music: Achaidh Cheide Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

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    7 mins
  • Plan and Write Your Family History with the Hybrid Genealogy Method by Kelly Mahoney
    Sep 25 2024

    Writing family history is hard, but Kelly Mahoney has made it easy with her book, Create a Family Genealogy Book: Using the Hybrid Genealogy Format. Get a peak at Kelly's unique method to plan and write your family's stories in this uplifting episode.

    Links & Resources:

    • Join the PA Ancestors Discoveries newsletter: Learn about a new genealogy record each week Subscribe here!
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    • Today's Guest: Kelly Kohlenberg Mahoney: https://hybridgenealogy.com

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    • Website: https://paancestors.com

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    Music: Achaidh Cheide Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

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    15 mins
  • Deep Dive on Conscientious Objectors in the Civil War with Jonathan Stayer
    Sep 4 2024

    Join us for a compelling deep dive with Jonathan Stayer as he uncovers the history and personal stories of conscientious objectors during the Civil War in Pennsylvania. Learn about the Mennonites, Quakers, and Brethren, and how their beliefs shaped their actions. Watch now, and don't forget to comment and share your thoughts!

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    • Join the PA Ancestors Discoveries newsletter: Learn about a new genealogy record each week Subscribe here!
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    • Today's Guest: Jonathan Stayer

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    • Website: https://paancestors.com

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    Music: Achaidh Cheide Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

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    54 mins
  • 25 Records to Research Your Civil War Ancestors
    Aug 23 2024

    From online databases to unique archival records, your ancestors' history in Civil War and their family relationships are just waiting to be uncovered. Discover the 25 top resources for Civil War genealogy research in this comprehensive episode.

    Links & Resources:

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    • Website: https://paancestors.com

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    Music: Achaidh Cheide Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

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    16 mins
  • Meet South Central Pennsylvania Genealogical Society
    19 mins
  • Explore Jewish Genealogy in Philadelphia
    Jul 24 2024

    Hear from Felicia Mode Alexander, President of the Jewish Genealogical and Archival Society of Greater Philadelphia (JGASGP) and discover their fascinating work in tracing Jewish history in the Philadelphia area, their research initiatives and resources, and their big conference in August 2024.

    Chapters:
    00:00 Introduction
    00:32 Society Background
    02:25 Research Focus
    07:18 Conference Overview
    10:13 Inclusivity and Outreach
    11:49 Research Tools
    20:01 Future Plans
    25:12 Concluding Remarks

    Links & Resources:

    • Join the PA Ancestors Discoveries newsletter: Learn about a new genealogy record each week Subscribe here!
    • Become a Premium Member: Get access to bonus episodes, behind-the-scenes content, and more. Sign up here!
    • Today's Guest Felicia Mode Alexander, President of Jewish Genealogical and Archival Society of Greater Philadelphia https://jgasgp.org

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    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paancestors/
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    • Website: https://paancestors.com

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    If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube

    Music: Achaidh Cheide Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

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    28 mins
  • Find your Patriot Ancestor at the SAR Library & Archives
    Jul 10 2024

    Explore your patriotic roots with the Sons of the American Revolution. Discover if you have an ancestor who was a revolutionary patriot and learn how to trace your lineage with expert tips from Cheri Daniels, Director of Library & Archives at the SAR.

    Chapters:

    00:00 Introduction
    00:52 SAR vs DAR
    01:51 Library Overview
    03:10 Patriot Research System
    06:15 Joint Efforts SAR and DAR
    08:09 Research Standards
    10:38 Future Plans
    18:22 Conclusion

    Links & Resources:

    • Join the PA Ancestors Discoveries newsletter: Learn about a new genealogy record each week Subscribe here!
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    • Today's Guest: Cheri Daniels https://genealogyliteracy.com (personal website) and https://www.sar.org (Sons of the American Revolution)

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    • Website: https://paancestors.com

    Subscribe & Review:

    If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube

    Music: Achaidh Cheide Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

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    19 mins